SeniorCareRanked
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Very Poor

THE PILLARS OF BILOXI

2279 ATKINSON ROAD, BILOXI, MS 39531
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

THE PILLARS OF BILOXI is a 180-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing home located in BILOXI, Mississippi. It has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 1 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 59.2% — significantly higher than the national average of ~40%. This facility has received 4 fine(s) totaling $47,692. 10 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the COMMUNITY ELDERCARE SERVICES chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score1/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating1/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.4 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.39 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover59% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies10 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 4 fine(s) totaling $47,692
  • 4 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day3.4
RN hours/resident/day0.39
Staff turnover59.2%
RN turnover62.5%

Facility Information

Beds180
Avg residents149.7
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainCOMMUNITY ELDERCARE SERVICES
Deficiencies (last inspection)10
Resident/Family councilNo

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What to Look for When Visiting THE PILLARS OF BILOXI

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

THE PILLARS OF BILOXI reports 3.4 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

With 59.2% staff turnover (above the ~40% national average), ask: "Will my family member see the same caregivers regularly, or does staff rotate frequently?" Consistent caregivers notice changes in health sooner.

Ask about their most recent inspection

10 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.